Evidence Explorer

On February 20, 2024, American Airlines flight AAL2054 reported observing an unidentified aerial phenomenon while flying at 37,000 feet near Crestview, Florida. The phenomenon was described as three white lights making tight spirals at an altitude of 45,000 feet, but it was not detected by air traffic control radar.

This document details a report of unidentified aerial phenomenon (UAP) activity involving Spirit Airlines flight 1777 near Wilmington, NC, on February 23, 2024. The UAP was described as two stationary white lights at a high altitude, which were not detected on radar.

This document details a report of unidentified aerial phenomenon (UAP) observed by a commercial flight near Presque Isle, Maine, on February 25, 2024. The UAP was described as multiple bright white lights at high altitude, exhibiting rapid movement and directional changes.

On February 25, 2024, Air Transat flight TSC661 reported multiple bright white lights at high altitude near Presque Isle, Maine, indicating potential UAP activity.

On April 7, 2024, Spirit Airlines flight 2321 reported encountering five unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) with white lights while flying at 26,000 feet near Orlando, Florida. No evasive action was taken, and no other aircraft reported similar sightings.

On May 18, 2024, Sky West flight 3260 reported observing two maneuvering lights identified as an unidentified aerial phenomenon (UAP) while flying at FL370 near Austin, TX. The UAP was not detected on radar by air traffic control.

This document details a report from Southwest Airlines flight 986 regarding an unidentified aerial phenomenon observed near Los Angeles, CA, on October 1, 2024. The object was described as bright lights that appeared to be orbiting or stationary at an altitude of 60,000 feet.

This document details a report of unidentified aerial phenomenon (UAP) observed by a commercial flight near Akron, Ohio, on October 2, 2024. The aircraft, PSA 5656, reported seeing bright white lights orbiting stationary at an altitude of 60,000 feet.

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The document discusses the assessment of three UAP cases by the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO), concluding that the observed phenomena were likely sensor artifacts rather than anomalous propulsion or atmospheric wakes.

This document is a correspondence from the US Department of Transportation regarding the Japan Air Lines sighting of unidentified air traffic on November 17, 1986. It provides information on how to obtain the report related to this sighting.

This document discusses the premature release of information regarding Japan Airlines Flight 1628 (JAL 1628) and outlines steps taken to investigate the leak. It includes correspondence and requests for information related to the incident.

The SASC Transcript from April 19, 2023, details a Senate hearing focused on the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) and its mission to address unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP). Dr. Sean Kirkpatrick, the director of AARO, provided insights into the office's activities, challenges, and the need for improved data collection and interagency coordi…

This document discusses communications regarding the investigation of the JAL1628 UFO incident, including conversations about access to transcripts and materials related to the event.

The Physical Constraints Paper discusses the physical limitations and characteristics of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) based on known physics. It explores how UAP interactions with the atmosphere could produce observable signatures, such as optical fireballs and ionization trails, and examines the implications for detecting and interpreting UAP data.

This document is a memorandum from the US Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration regarding the release of incident information related to the JAL1628 case. It outlines the distribution of air traffic investigation materials and the protocols followed for information release.

The SASC Brief 2023 provides an overview of UAP reporting trends from 1996 to 2023, highlighting characteristics, performance, and unresolved cases observed by the U.S. Department of Defense's All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO).

The document is a white paper summarizing the Japan Air Lines (JAL) UFO incident that occurred on November 17, 1986. It discusses the initial media coverage, FAA investigations, and analysis of radar data related to the incident.

The AARO Brief outlines the mission and responsibilities of the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) within the U.S. Department of Defense, focusing on the identification and resolution of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) that pose potential threats to national security.

This document is an inspection and surveillance record related to a B-747 cargo aircraft. It details observations made during a flight, including interactions with another aircraft and altitude specifics.